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Chicagoans Mourn Pope Francis: ‘The People’s Pope’

Local parishioners and faith and political leaders recalled Pope Francis’ legacy and his “love for the people.”
By April 22, 2025
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Chicago’s Venezuelan Community in Limbo amid Trump’s Push to End Deportation Protections

Although a federal appeals court upheld a judge’s move to halt deportation protections, Venezuelans in Chicago say the community is still living with uncertainty.
By April 22, 2025
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Fleeing Hardship, Building a Dream: The Story Behind Chicago’s Beloved Shokolad Cafe

After leaving Ukraine with little more than faith and determination, Halyana Fedus built a life serving food and hope to her Chicago community.
As told to April 24, 2025

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Oscar Gomez/Borderless MagazineImmigration PolicyTop Stories

Chicago’s Venezuelan Community in Limbo amid Trump’s Push to End Deportation Protections

Although a federal appeals court upheld a judge’s move to halt deportation protections, Venezuelans in Chicago say the community is still living with uncertainty.
By April 22, 2025
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With immigration policies rapidly shifting, attorneys say it's important to stay informed about how recent changes may affect your legal status.
By March 25, 2025
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Behind the scenes of “After the Buses: Meet The Migrants At The Center Of Texas’ Manufactured Crisis”

Why we worked on these stories, how our collaboration with Block Club Chicago came together and what we learned.
By December 15, 2022
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ICE, IRS agreement: What undocumented immigrants should know on Tax Day

A new agreement allows the IRS to share data and information about taxpayers with ICE. Here’s what you should know while filing your taxes.
By and April 15, 2025
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REAL ID deadline is May 7. Here’s what you need to know.

REAL ID will be required to board domestic flights, enter military bases, and enter federal courthouses. But not everyone will need one.
By April 14, 2025
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Earlier this year, Gov. J.B. Pritzker unveiled his proposed $55.2 billion budget for 2026. The plan would eliminate funding for the Health Benefits for Immigrant Adults program, which provides healthcare to undocumented immigrants between the ages of 42 and 64.
By April 9, 2025
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Five Things to Know About Immigration Policy and Illinois Schools

President Donald Trump is using executive orders to roll back rights for immigrants. Here is what to know about Illinois’ and Chicago’s immigration policies and how they relate to schools.
By and January 29, 2025
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What Immigrant Communities Should Know About Their Rights

All immigrants in the U.S. have rights, including the right to remain silent. Here’s what you should know if you encounter federal immigration agents.
By and January 17, 2025
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Where to Find Turkey Giveaways This Thanksgiving

If you need food this Thanksgiving, here is a guide to upcoming turkey giveaways in Chicago.
By November 20, 2024
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After The Buses: Meet The Migrants At The Center Of Texas’ Manufactured Crisis

Block Club Chicago and Borderless Magazine followed 10 of the thousands of Venezuelan migrants sent to Chicago as part of Texas Gov. Abbott’s political stunt this year.
By December 6, 2022
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A Young Venezuelan Had Never Heard Of Chicago. Now, He’s Starting A Life Here.

Jhopsef Stiven spent years hopping countries in search of a better life. He's one of thousands of migrants starting over in Chicago with no family or knowledge of the city.
By December 4, 2022
Maikel wearing a black NVA jacket and smiling with fall leavesColin Boyle/Block Club ChicagoAfter the Buses

Young Venezuelan Struggles To Build A Life And Pay Off Debt Of His Journey To America

Maikel Jose Tineo was hopeful about his new life in Chicago. But since he’s arrived, he's been stiffed by a job and watched his friend rushed to the emergency room. Now, he’s wondering if he should stay.
By December 4, 2022

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Sandra and Jesse Arzola in front of Sandra's family’s house in West ChicagoJonathan Aguilar/Borderless MagazineEnvironmentInvestigationStaff pickTrending

West Chicago is Cleaning Up the Last of its Nuclear Contamination. Residents Exposed to Radiation Say ‘It’s Not Over’

A local factory was once the largest producer of thorium in the world. This fall, the “radioactive capital of the Midwest” is doing one last cleanup.
By July 12, 2022
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This Female Afghan Governor Fought Against the Taliban

Salima Mazari was one of just three women serving as a district governor in Afghanistan before the Taliban took over.
As told to July 7, 2022
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Reclaiming the Sacrifice Zone

The youth-led campaign for environmental justice on the Southeast Side.
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